Just a lil bit of what was said 1.)Avoid Bar Soaps 2.) Go for Non oil Based Instead non comedigenic 3.) water based cleansers are your friends 4.) do not dry out skin !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! 5.) no harsh exfoliating ( avoid beads ) Salicylic acid is good gel for overnight Retinoids Differin gel over counter
Dumpster Fire retin a has worked wonders for my pores and skin. Also le mer cream literally in two days shrunk my pores. And I have large pores and acne scars. It was amazing.
*Video notes* - don’t use bar soaps - avoid oil based (use non comedogentic) - water soluble no alcohol based - wash off makeup - avoid temptation to use harsh exfoliant - leave on salicylic acid - chemical peel (glycolic acid) - Retinoid cream (adaplene)
+ Tammy Buck - You should try Mario Badescu products. I don't work for them & I sure am not making money to promote them. I am a retired nurse who was, like you, always looking for the perfect beauty products. I came across them about 10 years ago when I was reading a magazine at my doctors office & read about their free samples & the "movie stars" that were customers. I didn't know of any company that gives free samples before you buy their products, but MB did & still does. I didn't intend on their products working so well, but they were & to my surprise they were not expensive. Most of their products only require a small amount, so they last longer. Well, all except for body lotion & that's why I buy the largest size. I also won't buy a large size mask product or buy more than 1, because they can dry out before you can use it all. If I want to try several, then I'll choose a mask for a sample. If you want to try their free samples all you have to do is go to their website (I'll put below) & click on skin analysis. I am a customer, so I sign in with my MB account. For people just wanting to try samples based on what products would work for you based on the skin analysis questionnaire, you can sign in with either Google or Facebook. I also like to tel people that if you decide to purchase their products, you are automatically give 3 samples of your choice to try before you buy. They also have sales several times a year where you receive even more samples & discounts. Recently, I ran out of my body lotion, so I went to order some of that & a few of my other favorite products & I was given 6 samples & a small bag to keep samples in. They used to give samples in little plastic bottles or round containers, but now they downsized & they really do give smaller samples. But, still enough to try to see if they work for you or not. www.mariobadescu.com
I am constantly struggling with my skin and having the advice of a dermatologist is such a great thing! There are many things that I didn't know! I'm really glad I foudn your channel!
Desperate need this video!! I didnt realize how large my pores are until revently..I thought they were dents from popping whiteheads but now I know they are PORES!!!! THEY LOOK EVEN LARGER WHEN I WEAR MAKEUP!
Love it ... All this info so good. One note about the term “non-comedogenic”, it’s an unregulated term. Modern biology allows for ingredients, which might have been rated comedogenic in the past, to be structured and formulated better now. So where some things are clearly comedogenic, like clays and thick makeup foundations.... in order to know what skincare is comedogenic will be trial and error or using a trusted formulator depending on your skin type :)
I hate how unregulated the terms that beauty companies use are. I think for an "organic" label to be used, it only needs to be 30% organic ingredients? Not sure. But that sure opened my eyes and led me to research a lot more than I used to
wish I had known back in my teens the appropriate way to use the retinoids. I was prescribed retin-A for my acne, and did not use it correctly and ultimately never got results other than dry, red inflamed skin, so I stopped. my dermatologist never really explained how to care for my skin while using such a strong medical treatment. Now I have great results with it and my skin looks better than ever! Thank you for your videos!
2 minutes in and I already subbed .. you are beyond a blessing to those of us with large pores /trouble skin. Ty ty ty for sharing this info non profit. blessings to you and yours. Namaste
I'm so glad I stumble upon your channel. I've been browsing and searching for youtubers who could give a more reliable and simple tips and talks about skincare. Definitely, a notification worth-it. Thank you Dr. Dray. 😄
im so glad to stumble on your channel! ive been a skincare junkie since 6th grade when i was plagued by acne lol. ok not funny but been passionate about skincare ever since! thank you for sharing your time and knowledge ❤
Ivermectin may work also. It certainly is helping my clogged pores to empty out. Methylene blue added to my regular face cream may be contributing. Both seem to help a lot.
Probably not what you wanted to hear from the comment section, but your hair is gorgeous, and your face shape is the coolest ever. I also get great info from yor vlogs!
Wow! U r not only knowledgeable and sweet, but u manage to put it simple and understandable AND concise! Loved it! New subscriber here! :D I have a question. Is olive oil cleansing routine a myth? Is it good for the pores and hair or modern cosmetics are the best option when it comes to skin care? Thank u in advance for the answer! p.s. I really hope this channel picks it up, so u feel motivated and appreciated! I need to continue binge watching your videos now! Bye!
why i have large pores is because of age and damaged: clogged pores increasing oil production. so.. 1. no bar soaps 2. wash make up before bed 3. don’t scrub too hard how to solve: use 1. salicylic acid leave on face over night 2. chemical peal (glycolic acid) 3. retinoids cream
Can you tell me again what first step retinoid I should try? I’ve been successfully using a retinol cream for a year, zero problems. My GP said she’d write me a scrip if I can tell her what brand and strength. I am 43, dry skin, leaning more towards normal. No skin issues or blemishes, just beginning to wrinkle. Thanks SO much ✨✨✨😊 PS: I see you’ve gained a LOT of viewers in a short time. WELL DONE, and WELL deserved. Congratulations 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I have salicylic acid that I use for parts of my face that are flaky since it is effective in preventing flakes in my experience. I never tried using it in parts that have visible pores since it feels "acidic" on my face. It feels uncomfortable to apply with its stingy sensation but there is no visible redness or allergy which is good. I'll give this a go. Thanks for the tip!.
You mentioned glycolic acid. I just picked up what I thought was a moisturizer, turns out it says glycolic acid, that you're supposed to use at night. I'm hesitant to try it, just wondered how you feel about otc glycolic acid night creams. I have searched you vids for more info b4 asking, but could find only references to chemical peels. Thank you so much for your videos. You saved me so much money - I almost fell for tge Drunk Elephant hype. Thank you so much for all that you do. Its so great to have a licensed dernatologist weigh in on youtube. Be blessed! I am 52, btw, in case it matters on the glycolic acid night cream question.
Thank you for doing this video. This is the one I have been waiting for. I have enlarged pores (primarily on the nose) but otherwise dry(ish) skin, so dealing with this has been a challenge for me. I have found that using the BP 10% as a mask a couple of times a week for about 15 minutes, plus using a 2% salicylic acid gel daily, has worked wonders over the past few weeks - since watching your videos, so thanks! Two questions - 1) I have a 10% glycol acid cream which I use as an exfoliant on my face a couple of times a week. What % is generally used for a peel? And how long does one leave it on? 2) You recommended that folks with enlarged pores stay away from oil-based cleansers (and makeup, etc.). How do you feel about the "Oil Cleansing Method" which uses oils to dissolve and coax the gunk out of pores. The theory being that oils dissolve oils. I have used it and found it helpful, but don't like the oily mess. I have even added some Polysorbate 80 (as an emulsifier) to the mix to help the washability of the cleaner. This helps a lot with removing the product from the skin. But I would be interested in your views on it.
Slightly late reply, but this could help others. For section 2, she's said and shown in other videos how to use oil to clean off makeup, and it's totally fine for oily skin, because you're cleaning it off right after anyway (with warm water) rather than keeping it on. I recommend people look up the double cleanse method on her channel to do this properly. More recently she uses the fragrance-free Nivea cold cream though (and double cleanse). Yea straight up oils having no emulsifier is not super fun. I dunno if she's talked about this, since it's makeup, but if you have oily skin, you want to avoid oil and wax makeup products, mainly because you're already oily enough, and oil production is what kills makeup. You generally want silicone stuff instead if there needs to be an oil-replacement.
@@Siberius-that helps a lot I also have a question 1- Why hot and humid weather doesn't suck skin's natural oils whereas taking Hot showers does!? 2- are emulsfying wax or silicone bad for the skin in long run? 2-
@@John_232 - I ain't no scientist, but it's like how we use hot water to get oil off of cookware. Gotta get that moisturiser on after a shower. Makeup in generally isn't like, the best for skin... but as long as one is properly double-cleansing, it's generally fine. Silicone isn't inherently bad for the skin or anything, it's completely fine. People use it on wounds and scars to make the skin heal back a lot better than it otherwise would have. Dermascar and stuff is just 100% silicone (don't buy anything that has anything else in it, since it's the silicone that does the work here).
@@John_232 - Can have silicone in anything. I personally only buy moisturiser than has silicone in it. "Dimethicone" and stuff. It replaces oil, I don't want oil for my skin type. It's great for light moisturisers that don't stay on your face in a way that you can feel. Far more pleasant for me.
Just found you! So excited as I have been trying so many new things to help with deep set wrinkles, sagging face/drooping mouth corners, and enlarged pores. Look forward to seeing more!
Please RUclips, explain why I'm just now coming across the absolute BEST and the authority in skincare?! I'm on here for hours regarding this subject! I feel like I've found a real diamond among coals! I'm excited!!!!
love this, salicylic acid is a life saver! I prefer it over benzyl peroxide any day. I also use Trenoin cream and planning to do a chemical peel soon. Thank you for the video!!!
salicylic acid gel, glycolic acid retinol - differin gel - 😕 Any tips for sensitive + dry skin? I don't even feel sure of how to take care of such skin type. Especially because I have perimenstrual acne upon it (they get so bad throughout my cycles). And overall these tiny clogged pores & other large pores of an open acne. Apparently tiny clogged pores is due to comedogenic products & not enough omega 3's - am more on top of that. For large pores, it seems to be my increased oil production throughout my menstrual cycles.
I'm glad I found your channel. I think for me the only way to get rid of my acne scars and large pores is a chemical peel or laser resurfacing. I also have awful bags under my eyes which is hereditary and I swear I've had them since I was 20yrs old. and they've only gotten worse and they definitely age a person. Would a chemical peel or laser resurfacing help get rid of that, or is it the old fashion way when woman say I'm getting my eyes done, meaning there literally having a plastic cosmetic procedure to make an incision under the eye and pulling the skin tight? Any feedback from you or recommendation on one of your videos to watch would be greatly appreciated. I have to say your skin looks gorgeous, I don't think you were wearing any makeup either. If I could go about my day with not having to wear makeup where ever I go that would be a dream come true.
Karen McCann try a feore luna to reduce debris drastically and cleanse your pores with cleanser. Theres one for every skin type and it great increases cell renewal what that means is healthier and clearer skin comes to the surface faster plus enhances absorption of other products. I use a perfect curve sensitive swiss ultimate labs version of this last 4 months optimal performance and the occasional charge once a month.
The porefessional primer by benefit helps minimize the look of pores! It’s a new favourite of mine. For years I wanted to try it but it was on the expensive side and I was worried it wouldn’t work. It really works though!
I will be literally telling EVERYONE I know to sub your channel, also I will give you a thumbs up on every single one I watch, as I know that increases your placement here on RUclips
I recommend you first see your health care provider, as darkness of the underarm skin can be a variety of things. If you are told that this is "post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation" then I think my upcoming video on this topic will be helpful to you. Hope you are having a great day :)
Tumeric alone or rubbing a half a lemon on your armpits will get rid of discoloration and smell. Try some DIYs but be careful of too much lemon, it can make your skin darker by drying it out.
cheinei I am extremely sensitive to lemon. It always irritates my underarm. I heard baking soda is good. I also tried honey with charcoal but it didn't do much.
You could try a differnt citris fruit. A lime? Baking soda is also an irritant. I feel like its a waste. Its only good for an extreme exfoliate. The tumeric alone will work then. Try the frest root and grate it or mash it into a paste or use powder form with water. Potato slices help lighten skin too but takes longer. If you get desperate, try an over the counter skin bleaching agent. anything with Hydroquinone . Maybe a hydroquione soap? Or a cream that helps old scars. Hope this helps.
Hi, what would you recommend for mild acne pits? Can you please do a video on it, treatments, tips and products that should be used to get rid of pimple pits?
Another useful video to me! Thanks for sharing your knowledge, I like how down to earth and to the point your are p.s you look really pretty in this video
Dr Dray I know this maybe weired, but I'm a male to female transgender and I'm always looking for ways to make my outside match my inside. My face is a big source of dysphoria for me. I was woundering if you had any advice on making my skin look more feminine. Any help would be much appreciated.
Not weird at all. Male to female (MTF) skin tips/thing to know: most skin changes (like decrease in coarsness of facial hair and facial oil production) have been noted to begin approximately 4 months into treatment with estrogen-based therapies. Also it is important to know that there is a body of research that suggests that patients undergoing treatment with hormone replacement therapy for MTF may be at a slightly higher risk of developing skin cancers, including melanoma. So it is recommended that you have a complete skin check screening once a year. A dermatologist can also help manage some of your skin changes and concerns. Hope this helps and that you are having a great day!
I'm not going on HRT. I know that's not normal for transgendered. But my wife is scared of the side effects and cancer. So she won't let me. So out side of HRT any advice. I know it's going to be hard to get the look I want with out HRT. But I love and trust my wife.
Sorry to butt in, just wanted to mention that other MTF I follow on RUclips say that having a ritual skin care routine is very important. Eating healthy, staying away from foods that affect your testosterone levels is helpful as well. I will find a RUclipsr and link them here for you to follow them and see their journey. A lot of MTF people I know also use make up to advantage of that’s something you are interested in.
Treating my PCOS with Metformin, birth control pills, and spironolactone helped my skin (large pores and hormonal acne) finally after 20 years. It’s a fairly common condition in women so it’s also something to check! I had seen a dermatologist and used oral antibiotics, Retin-A, Differin (when it was still Rx only), developed a skincare routine, gotten my pores squeezed out monthly by the doctor, it helped but not much. I stopped when she wanted to move on to Accutane. I’m surprised it took so long to get diagnosed with PCOS, since I’d been having the symptoms for years and it only takes a blood test to show it.
I have really dry skin and large pores.Mine are hereditary. I do wash my face,moisturize and I'm a little lazy with my vitamin C serum but I'll do better. I am looking for a good OTC toner could you help? Can I use the Differn or should I stick to nicinamide serum. I do tca peels 8 to twelve weeks apart and my pores look great for about a month and then they start looking larger.I want to keep them clean. What do you recommend I try?
I don't recommend toners. Adapalene is a FDA approved for acne. It is regulated and must show efficacy and safety, whereas cosmetic vitamin c serums/toners/etc are not
Does threading your eyebrows make the pores worse? I noticed since I stared getting them threaded I have larger pores.when I stop going for while it. I berly use make up I've always suffer from dryness around my cheeks and oil in my nose and forehead. Which is ofcurse where the enlarged pores are the rest of my skin in flawless.
I've noticed when I use "anti-aging" creams, my skin stings when I sweat. I'd love to try differin for my enlarged pores but with summer coming (and living in the desert) there's potential for lots of sweating and I'm afraid to try it. I wouldn't say I have sensitive skin but is it possible it's too sensitive for these types of products?
I always thought soaps that dried my face would help since it was taking the oiliness away at the moment, but it makes sense that it gets worse because your face starts depending from it and makes it worse. Thanks.
Man, I really need to save up and go to a dermatologist. Thanks for sharing your professional opinions/tips!! It can be hard to tell what info online is reliable and not everyone (including me) can afford to go to a dermatology clinic!! ❤️
it is not as expensive as you might think...if you have a medical school in your area inquire about the dermatology department, as they often take a variety of out of pocket affordable options
I just found your vlog. Thank goodness! Thank you for putting things in terms that we can understand. I am subscribed and rang the bell. Looking forward to hearing more of your expertise! Thank you so much!! 🌻
@@pinkcadillacc My dermatologist said that the size of my pores is genetic. But why are they just now soooo huge and noticeable. She said you can't change the size of your pores 🙉😭😭😭
Me too! I have quite dry skin yet large pores on the insides of my cheeks (where your cheek starts to meet your nose) as well as a bit on my nose and a small portion on areas of my forehead. It's very frustrating.. I've always had a history acne (just with dry skin as I've always had) but it never looked like this, and I'm only 19. Not to mention horrendous hereditary dark circles I've had since a small child :/
try aloe vera plant on ur skin to hydrate it. also if ur skin is dry then dont use harsh cleansers. i just use oatmeal scrub to exfoliate and rice water to cleanse. also distilled water not tap
Just a lil bit of what was said
1.)Avoid Bar Soaps
2.) Go for Non oil Based Instead non comedigenic
3.) water based cleansers are your friends
4.) do not dry out skin !!!!! !!!!! !!!!!
5.) no harsh exfoliating ( avoid beads )
Salicylic acid is good gel for overnight
Retinoids
Differin gel over counter
Neena super work neena plss keep it up
Thank you
Thanks
thank you for this 😊i don’t speak english very well so this is helpful
Dumpster Fire retin a has worked wonders for my pores and skin. Also le mer cream literally in two days shrunk my pores. And I have large pores and acne scars. It was amazing.
FINALLY SOME SCIENCE IN RUclips. YOU ARE THE BEST
Thanks Peter :)
She kind of looks like nancy from stranger things
i get that comment alot, lol
Curl her hair, she can replace nancy 😅
I was looking for these comments haha!
Yeah no she doesn't
i was thinking that too!!
*Video notes*
- don’t use bar soaps
- avoid oil based (use non comedogentic)
- water soluble no alcohol based
- wash off makeup
- avoid temptation to use harsh exfoliant
- leave on salicylic acid
- chemical peel (glycolic acid)
- Retinoid cream (adaplene)
Thanks
Why would we avoid non comdegogenic
@@watsappenin2865 hello. Sorry I made a mistake - I meant comedogenic. Thank you for pointing it out. I corrected it now :)
I watch for the tips and also for your exquisite vocabulary and grammar.
thanks!
Barbie c It’s very refreshing to listen to someone speak properly without saying “like” as every third word, foul language & pop culture slang.
Just found your channel, as someone who spends so much on skincare I greatly appeciate the time and effort you are putting into your videos!!!
Thank you so muchTammy! So nice to have you here and thank you for your sweet comment! Glad you are enjoying the videos!
Tammy Buck same!
+ Tammy Buck - You should try Mario Badescu products. I don't work for them & I sure am not making money to promote them. I am a retired nurse who was, like you, always looking for the perfect beauty products.
I came across them about 10 years ago when I was reading a magazine at my doctors office & read about their free samples & the "movie stars" that were customers. I didn't know of any company that gives free samples before you buy their products, but MB did & still does. I didn't intend on their products working so well, but they were & to my surprise they were not expensive. Most of their products only require a small amount, so they last longer. Well, all except for body lotion & that's why I buy the largest size. I also won't buy a large size mask product or buy more than 1, because they can dry out before you can use it all. If I want to try several, then I'll choose a mask for a sample.
If you want to try their free samples all you have to do is go to their website (I'll put below) & click on skin analysis. I am a customer, so I sign in with my MB account. For people just wanting to try samples based on what products would work for you based on the skin analysis questionnaire, you can sign in with either Google or Facebook.
I also like to tel people that if you decide to purchase their products, you are automatically give 3 samples of your choice to try before you buy. They also have sales several times a year where you receive even more samples & discounts. Recently, I ran out of my body lotion, so I went to order some of that & a few of my other favorite products & I was given 6 samples & a small bag to keep samples in. They used to give samples in little plastic bottles or round containers, but now they downsized & they really do give smaller samples. But, still enough to try to see if they work for you or not.
www.mariobadescu.com
Thanks for the recommendation and the great information!!
Tammy u havey
wow ur like a beauty blogger plus a fave professor !
Thank you so much!!
to husband: "this dermatologist said don't use bar soap on your face"
husband, in high voice: "but what are we gonna uuuse"
Leah Smith I cannot for the life of me get my husband to stop using Irish Spring on his friggen face
My ex used bar soap for literally everything. Body soap. Face soap. Shampoo. It drove me absolutely insane 🙄
Krista Jeffries lmfaoooooo Irish
Spring it’s every dudes fave
@@junedaisy707 I think I heard men have thicker skin than women, don't quote me on that 😅
@@asiginaakmiigwaan9200 Yeah, that's why some don't have to try as hard as femalse probably. Could be wrong tho
This was extremely helpful, thank you for giving this info... for free. So much value'
My pleasure Rachel! Thank you so much for your sweet comment! Glad to have "met" another texan on youtube. Hope you are having a great night!
Does it works?
I am constantly struggling with my skin and having the advice of a dermatologist is such a great thing! There are many things that I didn't know! I'm really glad I foudn your channel!
Thanks so much!
I absolutely LOVE your hair like this! Love love love!
You remind me of Spencer Hastings 💛
Lana Summer Omg
She kinda reminds me of Dr Dre ngl
I'm using this differin cream from last year as my dermatologist recommended & I've to admit it's the best cream for any kind of problematic skin !
I like it!
wow I didn't know that. I know I suffer from oily skin and my pores are larger near my cheek area.
Thanks Regina! I'm glad the tips were helpful and you learned something new. Hope you are having a great day!
Dr Dray thanks same to you
hey, i suffer from the same problem, did you found a solution, is your skin better, if so how
Regina S. Bell your smin is kind of pale n yellow?
Have you reviewed tatcha?
Desperate need this video!! I didnt realize how large my pores are until revently..I thought they were dents from popping whiteheads but now I know they are PORES!!!! THEY LOOK EVEN LARGER WHEN I WEAR MAKEUP!
Short hair makes u look younger...
Amen
I believe just the opposite
Agree, Dr Dry jawline are harsh and short hair smooth
Love it ... All this info so good. One note about the term “non-comedogenic”, it’s an unregulated term. Modern biology allows for ingredients, which might have been rated comedogenic in the past, to be structured and formulated better now. So where some things are clearly comedogenic, like clays and thick makeup foundations.... in order to know what skincare is comedogenic will be trial and error or using a trusted formulator depending on your skin type :)
I hate how unregulated the terms that beauty companies use are. I think for an "organic" label to be used, it only needs to be 30% organic ingredients? Not sure. But that sure opened my eyes and led me to research a lot more than I used to
Are clays comedogenic ?
I miss this empathy in speech Dr. Dray
Btw I forgot how cute you look with short hair too! (But i love your natural hair more)
I like these short videos to the point. Can't sit thru long 22+ mins videos.
wish I had known back in my teens the appropriate way to use the retinoids. I was prescribed retin-A for my
acne, and did not use it correctly and ultimately never got results other than dry, red inflamed skin, so I stopped. my dermatologist never really explained how to care for my skin while using such a strong medical treatment. Now I have great results with it and my skin looks better than ever! Thank you for your videos!
Amanda Howson aww thank you so much!! This makes me so happy to hear that the videos are helpful to you. Hope you are having a great weekend 👍🏼
Nothing to do with pores but...I love your hair like this. :D
2 minutes in and I already subbed
.. you are beyond a blessing to those of us with large pores /trouble skin. Ty ty ty for sharing this info non profit. blessings to you and yours. Namaste
Thanks!
Thanks so much for this one!! My pores have been bugging me lately.
Love your hair that length!
We are sooo lucky to have a doctor give us good skin care answers and at very little cost. Thank you Dr. Gray!
Yeah, totally free is the right word 😁
I love love LOVE how much more confident in your videos you are now!
I'm so glad I stumble upon your channel. I've been browsing and searching for youtubers who could give a more reliable and simple tips and talks about skincare. Definitely, a notification worth-it. Thank you Dr. Dray. 😄
Thanks so much Ms Mary Lyn!
im so glad to stumble on your channel! ive been a skincare junkie since 6th grade when i was plagued by acne lol. ok not funny but been passionate about skincare ever since! thank you for sharing your time and knowledge ❤
thanks so much!
I love her look and hair on this video, short hair makes her look even younger
Your quickly becoming my fav youtuber! Thank you for such amazing information xx
thanks! have a great weekend!
You're
Ivermectin may work also. It certainly is helping my clogged pores to empty out. Methylene blue added to my regular face cream may be contributing. Both seem to help a lot.
ever tried formaldehyde? so plumping!
Probably not what you wanted to hear from the comment section, but your hair is gorgeous, and your face shape is the coolest ever. I also get great info from yor vlogs!
Thanks so much for your sweet comments!
Finally one of the free, real, reliable knowledge on internet. Thanks doc new subscriber here
Thanks for watching!
Wow! U r not only knowledgeable and sweet, but u manage to put it simple and understandable AND concise! Loved it! New subscriber here! :D
I have a question. Is olive oil cleansing routine a myth? Is it good for the pores and hair or modern cosmetics are the best option when it comes to skin care?
Thank u in advance for the answer!
p.s. I really hope this channel picks it up, so u feel motivated and appreciated! I need to continue binge watching your videos now! Bye!
Thank you so much for your sweet comments! You will from me in the vlogs about vegetable oils in cleansing. Hope you are having a great day!
Hey can you please give me a link to that video? i can't find it in your channel
yamaksy has
+yamaksy Olive oil is comedogenic
I'm pretty sure you want a lighter and non comedogenic oil than olive, for your face, as that inner will clog and produce large pores.
why i have large pores is because of age and damaged: clogged pores increasing oil production. so..
1. no bar soaps
2. wash make up before bed
3. don’t scrub too hard
how to solve: use
1. salicylic acid leave on face over night
2. chemical peal (glycolic acid)
3. retinoids cream
:)
Thank you doctor!! Your skin looks flawless👍
Can you tell me again what first step retinoid I should try? I’ve been successfully using a retinol cream for a year, zero problems. My GP said she’d write me a scrip if I can tell her what brand and strength. I am 43, dry skin, leaning more towards normal. No skin issues or blemishes, just beginning to wrinkle. Thanks SO much ✨✨✨😊
PS: I see you’ve gained a LOT of viewers in a short time. WELL DONE, and WELL deserved. Congratulations 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I am binge watching all your videos 🤪 Great info Dr. Dray! Thank you! I love your haircut 👍
I have salicylic acid that I use for parts of my face that are flaky since it is effective in preventing flakes in my experience. I never tried using it in parts that have visible pores since it feels "acidic" on my face. It feels uncomfortable to apply with its stingy sensation but there is no visible redness or allergy which is good. I'll give this a go. Thanks for the tip!.
Thanks for sharing your experience and so glad you are enjoying the videos!
Omg doctor dray I love you so much!! I have your beats headphones and beatspill and they're such good sound system!!
Lol!!
😄
You mentioned glycolic acid. I just picked up what I thought was a moisturizer, turns out it says glycolic acid, that you're supposed to use at night. I'm hesitant to try it, just wondered how you feel about otc glycolic acid night creams. I have searched you vids for more info b4 asking, but could find only references to chemical peels. Thank you so much for your videos. You saved me so much money - I almost fell for tge Drunk Elephant hype. Thank you so much for all that you do. Its so great to have a licensed dernatologist weigh in on youtube. Be blessed! I am 52, btw, in case it matters on the glycolic acid night cream question.
Thank you for doing this video. This is the one I have been waiting for. I have enlarged pores (primarily on the nose) but otherwise dry(ish) skin, so dealing with this has been a challenge for me. I have found that using the BP 10% as a mask a couple of times a week for about 15 minutes, plus using a 2% salicylic acid gel daily, has worked wonders over the past few weeks - since watching your videos, so thanks!
Two questions -
1) I have a 10% glycol acid cream which I use as an exfoliant on my face a couple of times a week. What % is generally used for a peel? And how long does one leave it on?
2) You recommended that folks with enlarged pores stay away from oil-based cleansers (and makeup, etc.). How do you feel about the "Oil Cleansing Method" which uses oils to dissolve and coax the gunk out of pores. The theory being that oils dissolve oils. I have used it and found it helpful, but don't like the oily mess. I have even added some Polysorbate 80 (as an emulsifier) to the mix to help the washability of the cleaner. This helps a lot with removing the product from the skin. But I would be interested in your views on it.
Slightly late reply, but this could help others. For section 2, she's said and shown in other videos how to use oil to clean off makeup, and it's totally fine for oily skin, because you're cleaning it off right after anyway (with warm water) rather than keeping it on. I recommend people look up the double cleanse method on her channel to do this properly. More recently she uses the fragrance-free Nivea cold cream though (and double cleanse).
Yea straight up oils having no emulsifier is not super fun.
I dunno if she's talked about this, since it's makeup, but if you have oily skin, you want to avoid oil and wax makeup products, mainly because you're already oily enough, and oil production is what kills makeup. You generally want silicone stuff instead if there needs to be an oil-replacement.
@@Siberius-that helps a lot
I also have a question
1- Why hot and humid weather doesn't suck skin's natural oils whereas taking Hot showers does!?
2- are emulsfying wax or silicone bad for the skin in long run?
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@@John_232 - I ain't no scientist, but it's like how we use hot water to get oil off of cookware.
Gotta get that moisturiser on after a shower.
Makeup in generally isn't like, the best for skin... but as long as one is properly double-cleansing, it's generally fine.
Silicone isn't inherently bad for the skin or anything, it's completely fine. People use it on wounds and scars to make the skin heal back a lot better than it otherwise would have. Dermascar and stuff is just 100% silicone (don't buy anything that has anything else in it, since it's the silicone that does the work here).
@@Siberius- what about silicon in moisturizer
@@John_232 - Can have silicone in anything. I personally only buy moisturiser than has silicone in it. "Dimethicone" and stuff.
It replaces oil, I don't want oil for my skin type. It's great for light moisturisers that don't stay on your face in a way that you can feel. Far more pleasant for me.
Ur knowledge will save lives.. just love you
thanks!
Just found you! So excited as I have been trying so many new things to help with deep set wrinkles, sagging face/drooping mouth corners, and enlarged pores. Look forward to seeing more!
Thanks!
Please RUclips, explain why I'm just now coming across the absolute BEST and the authority in skincare?! I'm on here for hours regarding this subject! I feel like I've found a real diamond among coals! I'm excited!!!!
Glad you are here :)
thanks for the info! also really enjoyed the shorter length of this video
love this, salicylic acid is a life saver! I prefer it over benzyl peroxide any day. I also use Trenoin cream and planning to do a chemical peel soon. Thank you for the video!!!
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salicylic acid gel,
glycolic acid
retinol - differin gel
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😕 Any tips for sensitive + dry skin?
I don't even feel sure of how to take care of such skin type.
Especially because I have perimenstrual acne upon it (they get so bad throughout my cycles).
And overall these tiny clogged pores & other large pores of an open acne. Apparently tiny clogged pores is due to comedogenic products & not enough omega 3's - am more on top of that.
For large pores, it seems to be my increased oil production throughout my menstrual cycles.
I love how simple you are
I'm glad I found your channel. I think for me the only way to get rid of my acne scars and large pores is a chemical peel or laser resurfacing. I also have awful bags under my eyes which is hereditary and I swear I've had them since I was 20yrs old. and they've only gotten worse and they definitely age a person. Would a chemical peel or laser resurfacing help get rid of that, or is it the old fashion way when woman say I'm getting my eyes done, meaning there literally having a plastic cosmetic procedure to make an incision under the eye and pulling the skin tight? Any feedback from you or recommendation on one of your videos to watch would be greatly appreciated. I have to say your skin looks gorgeous, I don't think you were wearing any makeup either. If I could go about my day with not having to wear makeup where ever I go that would be a dream come true.
Thanks! Check out my pores Q&A and acne scars Q&As, as these may be helpful to you
Karen McCann try a feore luna to reduce debris drastically and cleanse your pores with cleanser. Theres one for every skin type and it great increases cell renewal what that means is healthier and clearer skin comes to the surface faster plus enhances absorption of other products. I use a perfect curve sensitive swiss ultimate labs version of this last 4 months optimal performance and the occasional charge once a month.
Karen McCann you could get 8 before the price of 1 regular feore luna, get them from amazon.
Karen McCann I have the same problem 😭 my pores are huge, have you done a laser treatment or a chemical peel? If so, has it worked?
Mari M no. It doesn’t work. What works is get an aha .
The porefessional primer by benefit helps minimize the look of pores! It’s a new favourite of mine. For years I wanted to try it but it was on the expensive side and I was worried it wouldn’t work. It really works though!
At first, I thought I heard "Dr. Dré" :))
I found using a primer before applying liquid foundation has helped prevent pores from getting worse & made them less noticeable.
Great video. Thank you. I adore you :)
Thanks so much!!
I like the gel lotion one by Paula’s Choice, it’s reduced my pores by 50%!
Which one?
I will be literally telling EVERYONE I know to sub your channel, also I will give you a thumbs up on every single one I watch, as I know that increases your placement here on RUclips
thank you so much for your sweet comments and support
Thanks, also you should try Mary Kay miracle set, the moisturizers helps tremendously with the reduction of pores and rosacea, amazing!! 😉
Dr, please help us with dark underarm!
I recommend you first see your health care provider, as darkness of the underarm skin can be a variety of things. If you are told that this is "post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation" then I think my upcoming video on this topic will be helpful to you. Hope you are having a great day :)
Tumeric alone or rubbing a half a lemon on your armpits will get rid of discoloration and smell. Try some DIYs but be careful of too much lemon, it can make your skin darker by drying it out.
cheinei I am extremely sensitive to lemon. It always irritates my underarm. I heard baking soda is good. I also tried honey with charcoal but it didn't do much.
You could try a differnt citris fruit. A lime? Baking soda is also an irritant. I feel like its a waste. Its only good for an extreme exfoliate. The tumeric alone will work then. Try the frest root and grate it or mash it into a paste or use powder form with water. Potato slices help lighten skin too but takes longer. If you get desperate, try an over the counter skin bleaching agent. anything with Hydroquinone . Maybe a hydroquione soap? Or a cream that helps old scars. Hope this helps.
cheinei thank you so much for wasting your time to comment and help me! I really appreciate it! God bless you richly.
What helps best is nutrition, more specifically what foods to avoid.
Hi, what would you recommend for mild acne pits? Can you please do a video on it, treatments, tips and products that should be used to get rid of pimple pits?
I'm so glad I found you! Thanks so much for sharing your tips and knowledge!!
Thanks! So glad you are enjoying the vlogs :)
2:20 I was about to be lazy and just go to sleep.... thanks for reminding me. no zit is worth skipping the few minutes it takes to wash my face.
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Dr. Dray is a saint.
How did you hair grow so fast and long?! Fast forward to today 💖🤔
Love your hair in this vid! I see that it was 3 years ago. This hairstyle flatters you.
Short hair so adorable on you
Thanks for those great tips. I just found your video in my recommendations. I have pores from acne and clogged pores and im glad u shared those tips
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Another useful video to me! Thanks for sharing your knowledge, I like how down to earth and to the point your are p.s you look really pretty in this video
Thank you so much :)
Very good info and fun to watch ty
Thanks!
You’re the cutest dermatologist I’ve ever laid eyes on
Thanks!
Dr Dray hehe no problem ☺️
Thankyou so much for this video... 😊😊😊
So glad to hear you enjoyed!
wow finally Arabic subtitle 😭😭 thanks my mom can watch this thumbs upppppppppppp
salicylic acid just makes me break out or get really sore, itchy skin, so are they any other products i can use?
I just found your channel. You went from 800k subs to 801k in the same day I watched u. Good for youuu! 🥰 Thanks for the amazing tips! 😘
I just give up 😭 I have such oily skin - nothing helps!!!
i believe her because she has flawless skin
OMG it's translated to Arabic 💗
Your hair looks great short and makes you look much younger.
Dr Dray I know this maybe weired, but I'm a male to female transgender and I'm always looking for ways to make my outside match my inside. My face is a big source of dysphoria for me. I was woundering if you had any advice on making my skin look more feminine. Any help would be much appreciated.
Not weird at all. Male to female (MTF) skin tips/thing to know: most skin changes (like decrease in coarsness of facial hair and facial oil production) have been noted to begin approximately 4 months into treatment with estrogen-based therapies. Also it is important to know that there is a body of research that suggests that patients undergoing treatment with hormone replacement therapy for MTF may be at a slightly higher risk of developing skin cancers, including melanoma. So it is recommended that you have a complete skin check screening once a year. A dermatologist can also help manage some of your skin changes and concerns. Hope this helps and that you are having a great day!
I'm not going on HRT. I know that's not normal for transgendered. But my wife is scared of the side effects and cancer. So she won't let me. So out side of HRT any advice. I know it's going to be hard to get the look I want with out HRT. But I love and trust my wife.
Sorry to butt in, just wanted to mention that other MTF I follow on RUclips say that having a ritual skin care routine is very important. Eating healthy, staying away from foods that affect your testosterone levels is helpful as well. I will find a RUclipsr and link them here for you to follow them and see their journey.
A lot of MTF people I know also use make up to advantage of that’s something you are interested in.
Treating my PCOS with Metformin, birth control pills, and spironolactone helped my skin (large pores and hormonal acne) finally after 20 years. It’s a fairly common condition in women so it’s also something to check!
I had seen a dermatologist and used oral antibiotics, Retin-A, Differin (when it was still Rx only), developed a skincare routine, gotten my pores squeezed out monthly by the doctor, it helped but not much. I stopped when she wanted to move on to Accutane. I’m surprised it took so long to get diagnosed with PCOS, since I’d been having the symptoms for years and it only takes a blood test to show it.
I have really dry skin and large pores.Mine are hereditary. I do wash my face,moisturize and I'm a little lazy with my vitamin C serum but I'll do better. I am looking for a good OTC toner could you help? Can I use the Differn or should I stick to nicinamide serum. I do tca peels 8 to twelve weeks apart and my pores look great for about a month and then they start looking larger.I want to keep them clean. What do you recommend I try?
I don't recommend toners. Adapalene is a FDA approved for acne. It is regulated and must show efficacy and safety, whereas cosmetic vitamin c serums/toners/etc are not
I'm so happy I found your videos thank you :)
Does threading your eyebrows make the pores worse? I noticed since I stared getting them threaded I have larger pores.when I stop going for while it. I berly use make up I've always suffer from dryness around my cheeks and oil in my nose and forehead. Which is ofcurse where the enlarged pores are the rest of my skin in flawless.
it can
Great information! I really enjoy ur teaching use about skin care and not trying to sell us crap that cost a fortune and doesn’t work.
I've noticed when I use "anti-aging" creams, my skin stings when I sweat. I'd love to try differin for my enlarged pores but with summer coming (and living in the desert) there's potential for lots of sweating and I'm afraid to try it. I wouldn't say I have sensitive skin but is it possible it's too sensitive for these types of products?
Kristina Yep it's generally well tolerated, but always check with your health care provider
I always thought soaps that dried my face would help since it was taking the oiliness away at the moment, but it makes sense that it gets worse because your face starts depending from it and makes it worse. Thanks.
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really very helpfull thanks.. just subscribed so useful😀
can u make a video for pimples.. or suggest me.. anything
thanks and so glad you found this helpful
Man, I really need to save up and go to a dermatologist. Thanks for sharing your professional opinions/tips!! It can be hard to tell what info online is reliable and not everyone (including me) can afford to go to a dermatology clinic!! ❤️
it is not as expensive as you might think...if you have a medical school in your area inquire about the dermatology department, as they often take a variety of out of pocket affordable options
Plzz make a video about dark lips
Glad you enjoyed and thank you for the suggestion. I hope you are having a great day.
Thanku mam
I just found your vlog. Thank goodness! Thank you for putting things in terms that we can understand. I am subscribed and rang the bell. Looking forward to hearing more of your expertise! Thank you so much!! 🌻
thanks!
U look like spencer from pretty little liars
thanks!
I love your hair this length!
So does Differin help fade acne scars?
it can help
Holy crap!! Tell it how it is!!! Love it
Thanks! Hope you are having a great night :)
hahaha I love it! Sunscreen and Subscribe
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You are amazing and the information you share is brilliant. Thank you so much. You’re reviews are everything.
Thank you, thank you!
I just started using Tretinoin 3 weeks ago and just this week I've notice my pores are huge now!!! Anyone else experienced this?
Same
@@juliediamond5342 my derm said it's because the Tretinoin cleaned out my pores so now I'm left with orange peel looking skin😱😩😭😭😭😭😭
same! does it go back???
@@pinkcadillacc My dermatologist said that the size of my pores is genetic. But why are they just now soooo huge and noticeable. She said you can't change the size of your pores 🙉😭😭😭
Jen C likee!? i’ve had noticeable pores but since i started treat it’s been hella largeee . might just go for a lasing😂
I have very drybskin but open pours on my cheeks.
thanks for sharing!
Me too! I have quite dry skin yet large pores on the insides of my cheeks (where your cheek starts to meet your nose) as well as a bit on my nose and a small portion on areas of my forehead. It's very frustrating.. I've always had a history acne (just with dry skin as I've always had) but it never looked like this, and I'm only 19. Not to mention horrendous hereditary dark circles I've had since a small child :/
try aloe vera plant on ur skin to hydrate it. also if ur skin is dry then dont use harsh cleansers. i just use oatmeal scrub to exfoliate and rice water to cleanse. also distilled water not tap
I'm obsessed with your channel!!! So helpful!!! THX!!!
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